Cloud Data Security and Its Impact on Healthcare Providers: An Update

Broadcast Date: Tuesday, May 26, 2015 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm (ET)

Overview:

Ensuring security and confidentiality of patient’s healthcare data has been the number one priority of Healthcare Providers. One of the best way of safeguarding confidential data and information is the exploitation of Cloud Computing for Healthcare Records.

In a two hour live webcast, a panel of key thought leaders and professionals assembled by The Knowledge Group will offer an overview of the latest trends and best practices with regards to Cloud Data Security and its impact on Healthcare Providers.

Key topics include:

Electronic Personal Health Information (ePHI)
Cloud Service Provider
HIPAA and HITECH Legislative Acts
Healthcare Regulatory Compliance
Healthcare Industry Compliance Strategy

Agenda:

SEGMENT 1:
Melodi M. Gates, Attorney
Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP

Not all clouds are created equal – what are the most common forms of cloud infrastructures and what do healthcare providers need to know from a risk management perspective?
How can utilizing cloud services improve an organization’s data security and privacy position? What kinds of organizations may benefit the most?
What kinds of data security questions should healthcare providers ask before committing to a cloud services provider?
How should regulatory compliance and data security and privacy governance be addressed in agreements with cloud services providers?
What other risks regarding data security, access and integrity should healthcare providers consider before moving to the cloud?
Local/Onsite vs. cloud based ePHI risk assessments

SEGMENT 2:
Morris Landau, JD, MHA, LLM, Privacy Officer
Premise Health

HITECH Rules and Regulations-Breach requirements
Business Associate Provisions-negotiating contract terms
Risks of Storing PHI in a Cloud

SEGMENT 3:
Eleanor (Miki) A. Kolton, MSN, JD, Of Counsel
Greenberg Traurig, LLP

How Cloud Computing Can Help with
- EHR-Meaningful Use
- Improving Integrated & Outcome Oriented Patient Care
- Claims & Record Documentation
HIPAA Risks Associated with Cloud Computing & ePHI
- SECURITY is the name of the game
- Recent Enforcement Actions
Review of Contract Needs for Cloud Computing Services

Who Should Attend:

Healthcare Law Attorneys
Privacy Law Attorneys
eDiscovery Lawyers
Healthcare Service Providers
Health Industry Advisors
Medical Providers
Privacy and Data Security Officers
Privacy and Data Management Officers
Risk and Compliance Officer
Other Related/Interested Professionals and Organizations

Melodi M. Gates Attorney Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP

Mel Gates counsels clients in data privacy, cyber security and regulatory compliance matters, helping to achieve an effective balance between …

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Morris Landau, JD, MHA, LLM Privacy Officer Premise Health

Morris Landau is the Privacy Officer at Premise Health. Prior to joining Premise, Morris was the Privacy Officer at the …

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Eleanor (Miki) A. Kolton, MSN, JD Of Counsel Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Eleanor (Miki) A. Kolton has wide-ranging legal, administrative and management experience in medical practice law; HIPAA, Stark, Medicare and CMS …

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Course Level:
Intermediate

Advance Preparation:
Print and review course materials

Method of Presentation:
On-demand Webcast (CLE)

Prerequisite:
NONE

Course Code:
145113

NASBA Field of Study:
Specialized Knowledge and Applications

NY Category of CLE Credit:
Skills

Total Credits:
2.0 CLE
2.0 CPE (Not eligible for QAS (On-demand) CPE credits)

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About Squire Patton Boggs (US) LLP

Squire Patton Boggs is one of the world’s strongest integrated legal practices. With 44 offices in 21 countries, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. With expertise spanning all key sectors, the firm’s healthcare practice is recognized among the top 10 health law practices by the American Health Lawyers Association. We advise a variety of industry clients across the globe on some of the most important issues affecting their businesses. Our global data privacy & cyber security team advises clients on laws and policies affecting data collection, storage, processing and security, and helps them devise and implement compliant cross-border solutions. We regularly assist clients to develop effective plans for dealing with data breaches and cyber incidents and provide experienced representation when breaches occur. For more information, visit www.squirepattonboggs.com.

Website: https://squirepattonboggs.com/

About Premise Health

Premise Health, the newest name in onsite healthcare, was formed as a result of two industry pioneers – Take Care Employer Solutions and CHS Health Services – coming together. We believe healthcare should be about helping people get, stay and be well. That’s our mission and it’s the foundation of everything we do. With 85 years of experience, Premise Health manages more than 500 worksite-based health and wellness centers across the country. The company serves more than 200 of the nation’s leading employers, including a significant number of the Fortune 1000. For more information on Premise Health, visit www.premisehealth.com.

Website: https://www.premisehealth.com/

About Greenberg Traurig, LLP

Greenberg Traurig, LLP is an international, multi-practice law firm with approximately 1800 attorneys serving clients from 37 offices in the United States, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and Asia. The firm is among the “Power Elite” in the 2014 BTI Client Relationship Scorecard report, which assesses the nature and strength of law firms' client relationships.

Greenberg Traurig understands its clients’ businesses and offers them a highly entrepreneurial approach to legal counsel. Its multidisciplinary team includes senior lawyers who have served as chief legal officers at major multinational companies and have spent years solving real-world problems in the business, political and legal environments of major commercial centers. Greenberg Traurig strives to provide its clients with the highest quality legal work and service at a reasonable cost.

Website: https://www.gtlaw.com/